October weather forecast
Bunquilim, Guinea-Bissau

October, like September, is another tropical autumn month in Bunquilim, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature varying between 23.6°C (74.5°F) and 34.9°C (94.8°F).

Temperature

As Bunquilim enters October, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the 31.6°C (88.9°F) of September to a still hot 34.9°C (94.8°F). In October, Bunquilim reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F) during the nights.

Heat index

October's heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Watchful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are predicted. Continued exertion could lead to heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

In Bunquilim, Guinea-Bissau, during October, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bunquilim, Guinea-Bissau, there are 109.1 rainfall days, and 654mm (25.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Bunquilim is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of October, in Bunquilim, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:36 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Bunquilim is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.